Nancy Dembowski, state representative for Starke, LaPorte, and Marshall County, voiced her opposition to any effort to raise taxes on the people of her district during the next legislative session. Dembowski’s pledge comes after the Indiana Fiscal Institute’s announcement on Thursday that the State would have to raise taxes during the next legislative session....Read More »

Suicide was the 11th leading cause of death in Indiana from 2003-2007, and the 2nd leading cause of death for those Hoosiers between 15 and 34 years of age. According to the 2009 Youth Risk Behavior Survey, 3.6 percent of Indiana students in grades 9-12 reported making a suicide attempt during the past 12...Read More »

06/29/10 Fireworks are synonymous with the Fourth of July holiday. That’s why state health officials are urging Hoosiers to observe some important safety tips, as they gather with family and friends to display their patriotism. In 2007, 82 percent of all reported fireworks-related injuries occurred between June 30 and July 7. “Fireworks are fun...Read More »

06/04/10 If you didn’t fill out a U.S. Census form, an Indiana census worker may soon be visiting your home to ensure there is a complete count for Senate District 5, said State Sen. Ed Charbonneau (R-Valparaiso). About 78 percent of Hoosiers returned their 2010 Census mail-in forms, tying Indiana with the third highest...Read More »

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